The Hunter - August 2019

Since 2016, Orion has partnered with Lutron to provide careers for veterans into a variety of Technical, Engineering and Sales roles. Lutron is a leading manufacturer of energy-saving light, shade, and temperature controls for new and existing homes and offices. Lutron light control products range from individual dimmers to total light management systems that control entire building complexes. Some of the larger Lutron light control systems in the US include the 52-story New York Times Building in New York; Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia; and the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando.

Robert Small, a former Army Helicopter Pilot and current Technical Sales Representative with Lutron, recently joined Orion’s “From the Battlefield to the Boardroom” podcast to discuss his military background, what attracted him to Lutron, and the many perks of his 2-year career with the company.

When he transitioned out of the military, Robert knew he wanted to find a role in technical sales. While Lutron wasn’t initially on the list of companies he wanted to work for, that quickly changed once he interviewed with them. “What stood out to me was that Lutron treated me like I expected my future company to treat me. I wasn’t just a number to them,” Robert says.

Lutron provides its employees with the resources they need to be successful and the flexibility to learn as they grow. “I really enjoy the autonomy of this position. I’m able to create my schedule and place emphasis on what I feel is important, and Lutron has empowered me to do that. Many of my colleagues have a lot of experience in sales and in this industry, so it’s really helpful,” says Robert. “I can dictate what I do and when I do it. Lutron allows us to go where our clients will have the most fun - whether it’s going to a Dodgers’ game or going bowling - anywhere you can think of. I really enjoy that aspect of the job,” he adds.

Lutron’s commitment to innovation means it places utmost importance on developing employees to their fullest potential. The company offers on-site programs for employees taught by university professors, nationally recognized training consultants, and experienced professionals from Lutron. Lutron also offers a tuition reimbursement program that allows its employees to pursue courses or degree programs which support their career development. “I’m currently pursuing my MBA and it’s something Lutron is very supportive of - both in terms of my time and financially,” Robert says.

Listen to the podcast and visit us online to learn more and apply for a career with Lutron.

New Video Series - Minute with Mike

We are pleased to introduce a new weekly video series, Minute with Mike! Every Tuesday, Recruiting Manager Mike Wood offers a brief review of current job opportunities nationwide, along with tips and insights into the job search for transitioning military and veterans.

These videos offer quick and insightful advice on how to optimize your job search process, while also offering a glimpse of current job opportunities, whether at one of our Hiring Conferences or direct placement.

In this week’s video, Mike Wood offers the basics of an Orion Hiring Conference, explaining the event and how it is beneficial for your job search. Watch below:

Subscribe on our YouTube channel and check out the Minute with Mike playlist to stay up to date. Connect with Mike Wood on LinkedIn, and be sure to follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter for job opportunities, upcoming hiring conferences, relevant veteran news, and more.

PODCAST: Interview with Matthew J. Louis, Author of Mission Transition

Matthew J. Louis is an Army veteran turned speaker, coach and advisor, and was recently a guest on Orion’s “From the Battlefield to the Boardroom” podcast. Matthew (Matt) joined the podcast to discuss the upcoming release of his book,“Mission Transition: Navigating the Opportunities and Obstacles to Your Post-Military Career.

The book provides invaluable resources to help veterans succeed in Corporate America, including foundational ideas, like understanding who you are and who you want to be, exploring strategies to make your resume stand out and to ace the interview, and discussing ways to acclimate to the new culture and pay it forward to other veterans.

Since transitioning out of the military, Matt has had an impressive career trajectory with highly sought-after companies such as Procter and Gamble, General Electric, and Deloitte. Matt currently serves as the veteran Transition Assistance officer for his West Point class and actively serves several other veteran collaboratives around the country. “I view veterans as being one of the most underutilized resources our nation has to offer. The civilian-military gap is as big as it’s ever been,” Matt says when asked why he felt compelled to write Mission Transition. “If we can help close that gap and unleash the talent that we all know exists in the veteran population, it holds the potential to improve all of the organizations that they join, the economy, the nation, and in turn the veterans and their families as well,” he adds.

Mission Transition provides an in-depth look at each step of the transition process and provides actionable tips, exercises, and proven methods to help you make a successful move into a civilian career. Each chapter showcases numerous “Troops in The Trenches” callouts that include quotes and advice from other veterans from all ranks and branches of service.

For more insight on how to succeed in your military to civilian transition, listen to Orion’s From the Battlefield to the Boardroom podcast featuring Matt Louis, and check out his website to find free resources and pre-sale information for his book, Mission Transition.

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Military Officers Connect with Civilian Careers at Orion’s Distinguished Candidate Conferences

Orion Talent is gearing up for another exciting season of Distinguished Candidate Conferences. With DCCs scheduled all across the country, there will be Engineering, Sales, Project Management, Leadership Development, and Operations Management positions available nationwide.

Distinguished candidates include graduates of Military Service Academies or Top Universities, those with an advanced education, and those that have consistently ranked above their peers in Officer Evaluations.

Our DCCs offer a unique format, designed to maximize our candidates’ chances of receiving a job offer, consisting of interview preparation, briefings by the interviewing companies, and a President's Reception to network with hiring managers and other candidates, culminating in interviews the next day.

You can view a complete guide to our DCCs in this video featuring Orion Regional Recruiting Manager Mike Wood:

The feedback from candidates attending our DCCs is consistent every year, with veterans saying it is by far the best way to find their next career.

In 2018, nearly 130 Military Officers found their civilian careers through our Distinguished Candidate Conference, with companies including Corning, Honeywell, Ingersoll Rand, Siemens, and many others. See below for our upcoming DCC schedule:

August 5 - 6, 2019 - Cincinnati, OH Request an Application
September 9 - 10, 2019 - Philadelphia, PA Request an Application

Orion only holds a few DCCs each year, so opportunities to attend are limited. If you would like to be considered for one of these special hiring events, please contact us via the links above.

Virtually Interview for your Next Career through Orion Talent

An Orion virtual interview is your chance to interview with hiring managers for positions across the U.S. that are a match with your background, skills, and preferences. All you need is a good internet connection and smartphone or web camera to interview for your next career from anywhere in the country without the need to travel.

Orion virtual interviews are an effective and efficient way to find your next career. And as more and more companies turn toward this technology, it's important to become comfortable in front of the camera.

Here are just a few of Orion's top clients who virtually interview military talent:

Lam Research
Unilever
Schwan's
Siemens
Stryker
Lutron

Orion's next Virtual Hiring Event will be held on August 21-23 for careers in the Northeast and Midwest for Navy Nuclear and Top-Tier Military Technicians. Learn more and apply to be considered.

Listen to our podcast to hear an Orion Account Executive discuss keys to acing your virtual interview:

Keep Your Resume Up to Date in our Database

If you haven't already, be sure to upload your updated resume in our database. Our search engine will pull key information from your resume that recruiters are searching for current job opportunities. By keeping an updated resume on file in our database, you will increase the chance of us making a great match as new career opportunities are presented.

You can upload your resume by logging in to your account and selecting "My Resume," entering in your information, and uploading your document. Forgot your password? Click on the forgot password link and enter your email address.

You can register on our site here. Creating an account gives you access to apply for jobs in which you are interested, and allows our recruiters to identify you as a potential match for positions they are are seeking to fill.

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Podcast Series for Job Seekers

Have you tuned in to From the Battlefield to the Boardroom, our podcast series dedicated to supporting military job seekers? We have a variety of episodes covering everything from the civilian transition process to valuable insights and guidance from other Veterans and business leaders.

We've recently added new podcasts, including:

91. Air Force Veteran Shares Transition Success and New Career with Alcon

90. Career Opportunities for Veterans in IT

89. How to Sell Yourself in a Job Interview

88. Reasons Why You're Not Getting a Second Interview

87. Emotional Intelligence and Your Military-to-Civilian Journey

If you are ready to enter the interview process, listen to these episodes!

Visit us online to listen to all the episodes, and explore our new podcast categories on each stage of the transition process. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast platform or RSS feed, to automatically receive new episodes as they are released.

We'd love to feature your questions in our upcoming episodes. If you have any questions you'd like to hear us answer, click below to email us!

Upcoming Hiring Conferences

If you will be separating from the military and preparing to begin your civilian career within the next 90 days, be sure to attend one of our hiring conferences. After a full day of preparation, you'll interview with hiring managers for only those positions that are a match with your needs and preferences.

Northeast

Norfolk, VA (Military Technicians) August 11 - 12 - Please contact Annette Stephens, 757-998-8520, for more information.

Midwest

Cincinnati, OH (Distinguished Candidate Conference) August 5 - 6 - please contact Dan Young, 513-644-3355, for more information.

South Central

Houston, TX August 8 - 9 - Officers please contact Bob Berkholz, 737-209-3362, for more information; Enlisted candidates please contact Doug Bell, 737-209-3361, for more information.

Southeast

Atlanta, GA August 19 - 20 - Contact Alyssa Muscarello, 984-208-3987, for more information.

Western

Seattle, WA August 8 - 9 - Contact Jay Koranda, 858-267-4233, for more information.

San Diego, CA August 25 - 26 - Contact Jay Koranda, 858-267-4233, for more information.

Virtual Hiring Event

Northeast and Midwest (Navy Nuclear & Top-Tier Military Technicians) August 21 - 23 - Contact Rick Hinkson, 757-998-8541, for more information.

Join the Orion Team

Account Executive Careers with Orion

Orion Talent is currently seeking transitioning or former military officers with a strong record of achievement to join our Sales Team as an Account Executive. We are hiring for our Cary, NC; San Diego, CA; and Virginia Beach, VA offices.

As an Account Executive, you will be responsible for identifying and working closely with America's leading companies in order for them to hire transitioning military veterans and develop smarter hiring programs. Average total first year income for Account Executives is $80K+, with a goal of $100K+ in your second year and beyond.

To qualify, you should have military experience, a Bachelors degree, and a desire to succeed in sales. You do not need prior sales experience, as we will provide you the training, tools and resources needed to succeed.

Visit our Account Executive Careers with Orion Talent page to learn more about working at Orion, including a video, podcast, and webinar on our Account Executive positions.

Watch the video below from Dave Lehmkuhl, our Raleigh Regional Sales Manager, for more info about this position:

Once you are ready to apply, the next step is to complete an online sales assessment.

If you're looking for a quick way to introduce yourself, please send an email that includes your resume to our Senior Vice President of Operations, Brian Henry.

Career Transition Planning and Base Visits

When our Recruiters visit a location near you, it's a chance to get a jump start on your career search, regardless of your ETS date. Our Recruiters will discuss your goals and preferences with you and present a realistic picture of what to expect in your search. You'll get resume advice, interview preparation tips, and much more! Please send an email to the Regional Recruiter listed for the base visit in which you are interested.

South Central

For all base visits in the South Central U.S., contact Bob Berkholz for more information.

Fort Hood - July 31

Southeast

For all base visits in the Southeast, contact Mike Wood for more information.

MCAS New River - July 25
JB Charleston - July 25
MCAS Cherry Point - August 9
MCAS Beaufort - August 16
MCAS New River - August 22
JB Charleston - August 22

Midwest

For all base visits in the Midwest, contact Dan Young for more information.

Great Lakes GPS - August 22

Earn $100 for Every Referral that Finds their Career through Orion

Did you know that Orion candidates earned $9,300 in referral bonuses in the first quarter of 2019?

For every job seeker you refer to us who is subsequently hired through Orion, you'll receive a $100 gift card to a retailer of your choice after they reach 90 days on the new job!

It's simple - just click here to refer a friend. 30 seconds of your time could be $100 in your pocket!

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